TCL C955, fifth generation OD8 Mini LED backlight system Ultra HD 4K LCD VA 144 Hz models, the TCL C955 televisions are equipped with an advanced fifth-generation Mini LED system called OD8 (distance between the backlight system and the LCD panel of 8 mm). The panel is of course 10-bit native. In terms of areas, the C955 televisions appear well equipped, noticeably better than last year's C935s, of which they are the successor. TCL indeed announces four times more zones, for the same size, than on the C845 vintage 2022. However, this remains to be verified since the figure of 2,000 zones was announced for the 98C955, in contradiction with the factor four put forward elsewhere. 
Good news, we find on the backlighting system of the fifth generation TCL C955 screens all the recipes of that of the TCL C845 (see our TCL C845 4K Ultra HD TV news: Mini LED OD10, QLED, 2000 nits, HDR10+, Dolby Vision/Atmos, 144Hz and Google TV). Firstly, diodes that are all strictly identical, particularly in terms of efficiency (electrical efficiency, wavelength, power) to ensure perfect homogeneity of the image, but also in colorimetric terms for total uniformity and to combat the Demura effect ( also called Clouding) directly from the backlight system and no longer just at the LCD panel. Likewise, these on-board LEDs are able to change state extremely quickly, less than the time required to display an image, even with a 120 hertz signal. Called Direct Drive by TCL, this feature eliminates shadow problems on moving objects. 
Similarly, the LEDs of TCL C955 TVs offer ultra-precise control of the brightness delivered according to a million levels according to the brand. Thus, the slightest variations of the image are taken into account and reproduced on the screen for increased realism. Finally, TCL indicates that the diodes of the C955 screens are no longer square in shape but round with a view to better control of the light generated and the significant reduction of the halo phenomenon (Blooming) still visible on the Mini LED diffusers. In addition to a reduced optical distance and an increased number of zones, the Mini LED backlight system of the C955 displays has another new feature. Called Dynamic Alpha Technology, it allows the brightness of each of the Mini LED zones to be varied on 16 levels. This fine-tuning makes it possible, for example, to specifically manage the brightness of the areas adjoining those displaying the subtitles of a film in the Cinemascope black band by imperceptibly graying out the black in order to eliminate the off-axis Blooming phenomenon. Similarly, the Dynamic Alpha Technology function also improves the uniformity of the panel. 
In total, the backlight system of TCL C955 televisions therefore includes three technical developments major for a display quality announced as unprecedented by the brand. And we must admit that the first demonstrations are conclusive with a result almost identical to Oled on axis and very close off axis. 
TCL C955, main specifications On the menu of technical characteristics, the TCL C955 televisions display a luminous peak of 2,500 nits and QLED (Quantum Dots) technology allows 97% coverage of the DCI-P3 gamut. Of course, we find the new AiPQ 3.0 video processing with a PPI 5000 fluidity index. Finally, the TCL C955 screens benefit from a new anti-reflective coating and a single remote control, in metal and equipped with keys from 0 to 9, accompanies the TVs. TCL C955. 
TCL C955, connectivity and HDR The connection has four HDCP 2.3 certified HDMI 2.1 connectors, with HFR 4K/120, eARC (HDMI 4), VRR (from 48 Hz to 144 Hz), FreeSync Premium Pro and ALLM compatibility. There is also a Composite input, an optical output, a USB 2.0 port, an Ethernet port, a headphone output plus a CI+ port. Management of HDR10, HDR10+ and HDR Dolby Vision technologies associated with Dolby Vision IQ functionality (brightness sensor) are appropriate. We can also mention a 120 Hz MEMC motion compensation and an anti blue light mode. 
TCL C955, sound section 4.1 The 4.1 sound equipment delivers a total power of 60 W (4 x 10 W + 20 W). Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD and DTS Virtual:X compatibilities are on the program. Precision, TCL C955 screens are equipped with a DVB-T2, DVB-S2 and DVB-C tuner. 
TCL C955, Smart Google TV Of course, like their predecessors, the TCL C955 TVs include the Smart Google TV function (Android 12). For connectivity, it is the Wi-Fi 6 function which is required in addition to Bluetooth 5.0. We still notice the AirPlay 2/HomeKit and Works with Alexa certifications (requires an Amazon Echo type speaker). In addition to having an internet browser, Voice Search and Chromecast functions, offering access to the Google Play Store rich in several thousand free applications, there is multi-account management, the PIP, the Cast function efficient on Ultra HD content, multitasking management to navigate between several applications, quick access to favorite content via a superimposed side information bar, Google Assistant compatibility, the Google Meet application and the Hands free Voice Control function ( voice control of the TV) without the need for a remote control (miro integrated in the TV). 
TCL C955, Game Master Pro 2.0 function with DLG 240 Hz TCL is not forgetting video game enthusiasts with the new Game Master Pro 2.0 feature. In addition to managing the 144 Hz frequency, FreeSync, and direct access to various television settings to optimize the video game experience, the TCL C955 TVs feature minimal Input Lag, less than 6 ms in the presence of a signal. 120 hertz. Finally, as on the TCL C645 TVs (see our TCL C645 news, QLED Ultra HD 4K HDR Dolby Vision/Dolby Atmos TV + VRR 120 Hz 1080p + Google TV), DLG (Dual Line Gate) technology. The latter, by halving the vertical resolution (therefore in 1080p and not 2160p), offers a 240 Hz display for a smoother and more pleasant gaming experience. 0 Availability scheduled for the end of year. Indicative prices still unknown.
Reminder of the key characteristics of the TCL 75C955:
• 10-bit panel
• VA LCD panel
• Ultra HD/4K panel
• 144 Hz panel
• Processor: Quad Core
• Mega Contrast enhancement function
• Wide Color Gamut function
• UHD Color Extender function
• UPnP (DLNA) multimedia gateway function
• DVR function
• eARC function
• VRR function
• ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) function
• 4K HFR 120 function
• Quantum Dots function
• UHD Super Resolution function• AiPQ 3.0 Engine function
• Game Master Pro 2.0 function
• DLG 240 Hz function
• PPI 5000 function
• HDR10 compatibility and HDR HLG
• HDR10+ compatibility
• Miracast compatibility
• HDR Dolby Vision compatibility
• HEVC compatibility
• Dolby Atmos compatibility
• HBBTV compatibility
• FreeSync compatibility• CEC compatibility
• Canal Ready compatibility
• Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility
• DTS Virtual:X compatibility
• Wi-Fi compatibility ax
• HDCP 2.3 compatibility• Outputs: 1 optical, 1 headset
• Inputs: 4 HDMI 2.1 inputs, 1 Composite, 1 USB Host 3.0 port, 1 Ethernet port, 1 CI+ port
• Multimedia AirPlay 2
• Multimedia HomeKit
• Multimedia Google Assistant
• Multimedia Works with Alexa
• Multimedia Google TV
• Multimedia Google Meet
• movement MEMC
• Mini LED Local Diming backlight system
• Input Lag: < 6 ms
• Peak light: 2,500 nits
• DVB-T2 tuner
• DVB-C tuner
• DVB-S2 tuner
• Sound section: 4.1
• Power: 60 W (4 x 10 W + 20 W)
